Nikon D1X vs Nikon D3S

Below, we are evaluating the Nikon D1X vs Nikon D3S, both Pro DSLR digital cameras and they are both built by Nikon. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the D1X (5MP) and D3S (12MP) and the D1X (APS-C) and D3S (Full frame) enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The D1X was manufactured 9 years before the D3S and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Large SLR).

Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the D1X matches up vs the D3S when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D1X & Nikon D3S. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon D1X Gallery & Nikon D3S Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon D1X features external dimensions of 157mm x 153mm x 85mm (6.2" x 6.0" x 3.3") with a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs) while the Nikon D3S has proportions of 160mm x 157mm x 88mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 1240 grams (2.73 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the D1X compared to the D3S.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D1X and D3S is 51 and 51 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements just by reviewing specs. The visual underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the D1X and D3S.

All in all, each of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The D1X due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF trickier and the Nikon D3S will deliver more detail due to its extra 7MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The older D1X is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.